Which Size to choose?

First of all don’t be influenced by how high a child can jump a single obstacle approached from a standing start at an angle, such as a high jump. Sequential jumps, straight ahead and whilst moving around a small course changes their height capability.

4 to 9 Years
For children between approximately 4 and 9 we recommend the normal Mini-Jumps. They are fully adjustable from just a few centimeters to 65cm high. They are light and maneuverable enough that smaller children can easily put them out and put them away when they have finished without adult assistance. Importantly, children tend to start with the crossbar on the highest setting and move it down until they succeed in jumping it rather than starting at the bottom and working up. Too large a jump can be frustrating as they may have to move it a long way down before they can leap it. They are also cheaper than the Max versions.

10 to 14 Years
For children 10 years and up, or those who are particularly high jumpers, the Mini-Jumps Max is a better option. It is a challenge leaping over 90cm in the air as part of a course rather than using it like a high jump. Whilst we have been asked for a higher jump in the past (and in special cases can custom make any size for you) we DO NOT RECOMMEND JUMPS HIGHER THAN 910mm WITHOUT THE USE OF A CRASH MAT or other impact softening device. We restrict Mini-Jumps MAX to just over 90cm so that it can be used safely without special equipment. Believe us, it is usually plenty big enough.

Height upgrade kit: Mini to Max Pro
As your children get older and gain jumping expertise that they will want some Max jumps to replace their MINI’s. This is not always necessary for two reasons: Building a course of small and large jumps works really well and after all, reflects a real show-jumping course. Therefore adding some Max jumps to your set can be more rewarding than replacing them. However if you are sure you would like to change from Mini to Max then with our latest Mini-Jumps Pro uprights you can purchase a height increase kit to make them the same size as Max jumps for a fraction of the price of a new Max jump.